(1)A local authority may meet a carer’s needs for support if the person cared for by the carer is—
(a)within the local authority’s area, or
(b)ordinarily resident in the authority’s area, but outside its area.
(2)A local authority has the power to meet needs under this section whether or not it has completed a needs assessment in accordance with Part 3 or a financial assessment in accordance with Part 5.